Monday, September 28, 2009

Dispelling the Myths of CAD/GIS Integration

Psst - it's no secret! CAD and GIS technologies have advanced considerably in the last couple of decades. However, in spite of these advancements, there is still an outdated view of GIS software that is closely integrated with CAD technology. Myths regarding the integration of these two technologies also continue to exist. Unfortunately, the perpetuation of these myths can negatively impact data quality, process efficiency and ultimately an organization’s bottom line.

During the last several months, I tweeted using my Twitter name @engis about the top myths which I feel continue to prevail about today’s CAD in spite of many technological advancements. I have collected these tweets (modified slightly for improved readability) below.

How many of these myths are still prevalent or being perpetuated in your organization?

Myth: CAD requires you to import/convert other CAD and GIS data.Reality: Today’s CAD supports connection to many data formats without import/export and conversion.

Avoid being a secret agent. Please check-out AutoCAD Map 3D and AutoCAD Civil 3D for more information about the reality of today's CAD and it's ability to integrate CAD and GIS data and workflows. Spread the word.

1 comment:

I think when people think "CAD" and say that "CAD can't do this or that" they are referring to typical desktop platforms that architects use like AutoCAD LT. I don't think it would surprise people to know that AutoCAD Map 3d does geospatial analysis.

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This blog is a forum for sharing my thoughts and experiences on CAD, GIS and BIM - a forum for my geoExpressions, if you will. It's dedicated to the engineering and geospatial challenges faced by local governments, utilities and other organizations as they design, build and manage their above- and below-ground infrastructure. In addition to my geospatial musings, topics will include business and technical discussions focused on Engineering GIS, CAD/GIS workflows, BIM, and geospatial techniques of interest to design, CAD and geospatial professionals.

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